Up To A Metre Of Snow Reported In Some Areas Of Co. Wexford

Wexford County Council says there was a significant snowfall across County Wexford last night and continuing this morning with depths of 10 – 15 cms reported in Wexford, Gorey and Enniscorthy areas, 5-10 cms in New Ross area.

Significantly more snow fell in the Bunclody area with drifting leading to more than a metre of snow in places

Snowdrifts have also been reported in many other areas also with extreme caution advised

Council snow ploughs have mobilised across the county since 7.30am with priority to National Routes which currently are under significant depths of snow.

Wexford County Council continues to advise the public not to travel – all routes are currently extremely hazardous.